Pre-Law Overview

Law Schools accept qualified applicants from any undergraduate major but encourage students to gain proficiency in three areas:

Comprehension and use of language;

Understanding of human institutions and values;

Creative thinking

The Pre-Law Director assists students in selecting courses and majors that develop excellence in these areas.

LSAT

Most law schools require the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). The test is administered four times a year at locations throughout the country. Students are encouraged to take the test in June after their junior year or October of their senior year. Information about the LSAT and other aspects of law school admission can be found online at the Law School Admissions Council. The Pre-Law Director in the Department of Political Science maintains a collection of books about the LSAT, law school, and law careers.

Duquesne's 3-3 Early Admissions Law Program

This program allows students to complete a B.A./B.S. degree and a law degree (J.D.) in 6 years, rather than the normal 7. For more information, speak with the Pre-Law Director or visit Duquesne's School of Law.